Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Woolwich Central School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woolwich Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Woolwich Central School's student population of 306 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Woolwich Central School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woolwich Central School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#206 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
1%
5%
White
95%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woolwich Central School's ranking?
Woolwich Central School is ranked #206 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Woolwich Central School often compared to?
Woolwich Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgetown Central School, West Bath School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Woolwich Central School?
306 students attend Woolwich Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Woolwich Central School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woolwich Central School?
Woolwich Central School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Woolwich Central School offer ?
Woolwich Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woolwich Central School part of?
Woolwich Central School is part of RSU 01 - Lkrsu School District.
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